The Disability Network is launching a new temporary ramp program in response to COVID-19 funded by the Community Foundation of Greater Flint.
Expressions Art Class Creates Accessible Space for Local Artists
Six artists participated in The Disability Network’s fall art class held at The Flint Institute of Arts. Expressions Inclusive Art Class, which concluded in late-October, gave students experience with oil pastels, pottery, and acrylic paint over four sessions.
We stand in solidarity.
We believe in a world where everyone is valued. We stand in solidarity with advocacy organizations across the country to condemn the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis, end the hatred of racism and ensure equality for all people.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed– reach out!
It’s okay if you feel like you’re falling apart right now, tacos fall apart and we still love them! If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all of the turbulent things happening in your own world or the world at large, please reach out – your mental health is a priority! Below are resources to get you […]
Living well with a disability
10 week well living workshop Disability Network Oakland & Macomb is excited to host a 10-week virtual workshop on living well with a disability. This 10-week workshop is designed for people with disabilities who want to learn new skills, meet new people and improve their quality of life by improving their health. Learning healthy lifestyle […]
COVID-19 Stimulus Check
What you need to know
Helping the community during the pandemic
We’re still here to help! If you’re in need or would like to volunteer, call us at 810-742-1800!
STUDENTS AT MSD GET HELP FROM THE DISABILITY NETWORK
By Joel Feick Inside the modern Media Center at the Michigan School for the Deaf, students are learning about “hard skills and soft skills”. TDN’s Youth Ambassador Amanda Banks is helping 5 students with hard skills like college and soft skills like time management. The class is lead by Teresa Miracle, the Communications […]
Home for the holidays
By Joel Feick For the past 3 months, 50 year old Mike has called Fenton Health Care his home. When he developed cellulitis in his leg, he went from a hospital to a rehab facility to nursing care. But he really couldn’t wait to get out. The Flint native says a 2005 spinal tap left […]
The Best Tech Tools For Professionals with Disabilities
By Patrick Young, ableusa.info Getting and keeping a job you like is difficult for anyone, but it can be incredibly hard for someone with a disability. Having a sight, hearing or motor-function disability doesn’t make it impossible to get a good job, but it can be considerably harder. Fortunately, this age of technology has ushered […]